"Veterans Day Weekend: Witness the Spectacular Northern Taurids Meteor Shower in Maine"

The Northern Taurid meteor shower is peaking this weekend, offering skywatchers the chance to see brilliant fireballs. The best time to view the Taurids is in the hours after midnight, and this weekend is especially ideal as the moon is approaching its new moon phase. To increase your chances of seeing a meteor, find a dark viewing area away from light pollution and allow your eyes to adjust for at least half an hour. The Taurids are known for their slow speed but higher rate of fireballs. They are caused by debris from the periodic Comet 2P/Encke burning up in Earth's atmosphere.